Event Planner

Position Title :  Event Planner

Pay 11

Reports To : Director of Catering

Salary :  $75,000 - $80,000

Other Forms of Compensation :

Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations!

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Job Summary

As an

Event Planner , you’ll support the day-to-day operations of conference catering services at The World Bank. From coordinating coffee breaks and breakfasts to handling light lunch deliveries, your role is essential to ensuring seamless hospitality across the campus. You’ll respond to requests through a shared inbox, coordinate daily orders, and collaborate with internal teams to deliver outstanding service.

Key Responsibilities :

Coordinate daily catering services for internal meetings and conferences, including coffee, tea, pastries, fruit, and boxed meals

Respond to service requests from a high-volume shared email inbox with integrity and accuracy

Confirm order details, delivery times, guest counts, and dietary needs with internal stakeholders

Work closely with culinary and service teams to ensure timely and accurate execution of orders

Maintain accurate records in catering management systems

Assist with quality checks and follow up on any service concerns

Support occasional small receptions or hospitality setups as needed

Report to the Senior Event Planner and assist with administrative tasks

Qualifications :

1–3 years of experience in catering, hospitality, or conference services

Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks

Excellent interpersonal skills, both written and verbal

Experience using shared inboxes and service coordination tools

Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with event or catering software is a plus

Customer-focused with a professional and courteous demeanor

Flexible availability for early mornings or peak service times

Apply to Restaurant Associates today!

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.

At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer : this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits.

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance / AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off (varies by site / state)

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Paid Parental Leave

Personal Leave

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates may also be eligible for paid and / or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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Req ID : 1443840

Restaurant Associates

Leah Curry

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